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    Miles to Go: An African Family in Search of America along Route 66
    Miles to Go: An African Family in Search of America along Route 66
    Miles to Go: An African Family in Search of America along Route 66
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    Miles to Go: An African Family in Search of America along Route 66

    By Brennen Matthews and Michael Wallis

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    Miles to Go is the story of a family from Africa in search of authentic America along the country’s most famous highway, Route 66. Traveling the scenic byway from Illinois to California, they come across a fascinating assortment of historical landmarks, partake in quirky roadside attractions, and meet more than a few colorful characters.

    Brennen Matthews, along with his wife and their son, come face-to-face with real America in all of its strange beauty and complicated history as the family explores what many consider to be the pulse of a nation. Their unique perspective on the Main Street of America develops into a true appreciation for what makes America so special. By joining Matthews and his family on their cross-country adventure, readers not only experience firsthand the sights and sounds of the road, but they are also given the opportunity to reflect on American culture and its varied landscapes. Miles to Go is not just a travel story but a tale of hopes, ambitions, and struggles. It is the record of an America as it once was and one that, in some places, still persists.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherUniversity of New Mexico Press
    Release dateOct 1, 2022
    ISBN9780826364029
    Miles to Go: An African Family in Search of America along Route 66
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    Brennen Matthews

    Brennen Matthews is the editor of ROUTE, the nation’s leading national Route 66 and classic Americana magazine. Originally from Mombasa, Kenya, Matthews currently lives with his family in Toronto.

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